Benefits

Whether through the air, on the ground or in the water, the use of this technology holds enormous potential to make individuals safer, more secure and more productive. These systems allow police, fire and other first responders to locate missing children, help fight wildfires and respond to natural disasters. They assist the Coast Guard in rescue missions and help the Border Patrol keep our borders secure. They boost agricultural production and efficiency and allow us to better protect the environment. And they create high-quality, well paying jobs across the country in a variety of fields.

The future holds promising applications for the utilization of unmanned systems. As more uses are discovered, new industries will emerge surrounding the technology for commercial and civilian uses.